There are many things to love about the Sunshine State, and now you can add another item to your list of things you can do in Florida: flamingo spotting. Which flamingo species can you spot in the state of Florida? Where are flamingos located in Florida and when’s the best time to spot them, are … Read more
There are six species of flamingos living in various regions of the world. The population tendency of some flamingo species is increasing, others are stable, while some are rapidly decreasing. In this article, I’m going to examine whether any flamingo species are endangered and the reasons why flamingo populations are vulnerable species. I’m also going … Read more
Elegant yet whimsical, flamingos are easily recognized after their pink plumage, thin legs and slender bodies that support their long, flexible necks. As one of the more social birds in the avian world, flamingos are never solitary. They like to gather in large groups that feed together, travel together, and breed at the same time. … Read more
Be it the long legs, the pink feathers or the long necks, flamingos are an instantly recognizable bird that’s popular around the world. This popularity prompts many of us to ask, just how much does a flamingo cost? And can you even own a flamingo as a pet? Turns out that the law isn’t as … Read more
There are six species of flamingos worldwide, each with different coloration and features. Some of these are brightly colored, others are less so. But all are beautiful and impressive in their own way. There used to be a lot more species of flamingos, unfortunately, at least ten species of flamingos are thought to be extinct. … Read more
Building the mound that serves as the nesting site, laying the eggs, then incubating them are just a few of the several things flamingo parents do during the breeding season. After the flamingo egg hatches, the flamingo chick takes a while to leave the nest, let alone feed on its own. Therefore, the task of … Read more
Flamingos rely on vocalizations for a lot of things – signaling interest during courtship, keeping a tight formation during migration, identifying their chicks, and many other aspects of their lives. They’re also social by nature living in colonies, where communication is key and serve the well-being of the entire colony. Flamingos have various calls, noises … Read more
Because of their size, you might think that flamingos lay a lot of eggs during the breeding season, or that they raise several baby flamingos. Turns out the number of eggs flamingos lay is quite limited. Surprisingly so. Below, I’ll answer some of the most common questions about the breeding habits of flamingos. How Many … Read more
You may see flamingos chilling in zoos or animal parks and you might rightfully wonder how come they don’t fly away? Can flamingos even fly? Turns out that there’s actually a reason why the flamingos you see in zoos will stay put. Technically, they can’t fly away, but it’s not because flamingos don’t fly. Below, … Read more
Trapping or capturing wild birds is illegal in many countries of the world, so it’s unlikely that you can legally own a flamingo as a pet in most countries of the world. But even assuming that you could, the many special requirements of flamingos would be enough to dissuade you from this desire. In this … Read more